Idaho Bills
639 bills · 2018 Regular Session
Amends existing law to revise the definition of “proof of financial responsibility.”
The purpose of this legislation is to increase the required automobile minimum liability insurance (proof of financial responsibility) from $25,000 to $50,000 minimum (for one claimant); from $50,000 to $100,000 minimum (for two or more claimants in the same accident); and from $15,000 to $50,000 minimum for property damage (to one or several vehicles damaged by the at-fault driver in the same accident). The effective date of this legislation would be January 1, 2019. Automobile liability insurance minimum requirements have not been increased since 1983, almost 35 years ago. The same $25,000 in medical services that a person received in 1983 would cost over $110,000 today—after adjustment for medical inflation, according to federal statistics. Similarly, the current required $15,000 cumulative minimum property damage insurance does not begin to cover the cost of replacement of, for example, a 2018 Ford F-150 and a Toyota Camry totaled in a single accident by an at-fault driver. According to the insurance companies, approximately 20 percent of Idaho drivers who buy insurance buy only the $25,000/$50,000 minimum liability requirements.
Amends existing law to provide that a public library's Internet safety policy shall apply to any publicly accessible wireless Internet access provided by the library.
The purpose of this legislation is to amend Chapter 27, Section 41 of Title 33 Idaho Code. The change will update the current requirement that public libraries filter access to minors of obscene and pornographic material through their internet. Current law did not anticipate the use of personal laptop computers, tablets and smart phones gaining access through the publicly provided wireless access to the libraries internet. The bill adds the language "publicly accessible wireless internet access or" and like terminology to several references of "publicly accessible computers". This bill simply confirms that Idaho's public libraries shall assure that their wireless (WiFi) is filtered as is currently required of the use of their currently available computers with internet access. The Library board of trustees would also need to update their policy to include this amendment.
Amends S.B. 1324 to revise the definitions of “cosmetology” and “esthetics”.
This legislation is a trailer to Senate Bill 1324. That bill combines the Boards of Barber Examiners and Cosmetology and makes other changes that will facilitate efficiencies and create flexibility and new opportunities for licensees and people entering those professions. This trailer bill will clarify that eyelash extensions are within the scope of practice for cosmetologists and estheticians. As the Board of Cosmetology has worked on this comprehensive joint legislation, it determined that further clarification on this issue was important. This clarification is necessary because the application of eyelash extensions is a public health issue as it poses risks of infection and to client safety.
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Amends existing law to authorize the cancellation of a tobacco products permit after a year of inactivity and notice to the holder, and to provide a penalty for persons operating without a valid permit.
This bill would allow the Tax Commission to cancel a tobacco permit after 12 months of inactivity. The Tax Commission will reach out to permit holders during an annual review process and permits would only be closed after two warning letters were sent advising the permit holder of the pending action. Permit holders can request the account to stay in effect. Twenty-six inactive accounts have been identified.
Stating findings of the Legislature and rejecting a certain rule of the Board of Dentistry relating to Rules of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry.
This is a Concurrent Resolution to reject in its entirety a certain pending rule under Docket Number 19-0101-1701 for the Idaho State Board of Dentistry
Stating findings of the Legislature and rejecting a certain rule of the Department of Health and Welfare relating to Rules Governing the Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI) Program.
This is a Concurrent Resolution to reject in its entirety a certain pending rule under Docket Number 16-0308-1701 for the Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho (TAFI) Program in the Department of Health and Welfare.
Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding a quality funding mechanism for career technical education secondary programs and incentive funding for workforce readiness.
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Stating findings of the Legislature and rejecting a certain rule of the Division of Building Safety relating to Rules Concerning Idaho State Plumbing Code.
This resolution will reject two subsections of the Idaho State Plumbing Code, subsections 603.2 and 603.4.2 only, which are incorporated by reference in IDAPA 07.02.06 final rule 011., Division of Building Safety, RulesConcerningIdahoStatePlumbingCode. Thefinalruleisnotbeingrejected, onlysectionsoftheIdaho State Plumbing Code, which is incorporated by reference.
Adds to existing law to establish the program and to provide a sunset date.
Theproposedlegislationcreatesapilotprogrammanagedbyhealthdistricts,whochoosetoparticipateinthe pilot. Individuals may receive primary care for up to 10 months if they also attend a financial literacy course or health coaching. The financial literacy course or health coaching is provided by a qualifying non-profit. The goal of the pilot is two-fold. First help those in poverty learn financial literacy or health practices that will benefit them long-term. Second, provide access to primary care to those that may not have any access to health care. Only three health districts will participate in the program in the first year.
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Amends existing law to revise certain exceptions for a certificate of competency requirement.
Section 54-2602, Idaho Code, in relevant part, provides exemptions from plumbing licensure for homeowners (54-2602(1)(a)) and certain maintenance plumbing work (54-2602(1)(e)). The exceptions currently allow property owners of a single or duplex family dwelling to perform plumbing work and allow employers to perform alterations, extensions, and new construction on the premises of their place of employment using regularly employed maintenance plumbers without a certificate of competency (license). The Plumbing Board members and industry representatives feel the statute should more clearly indicate that a homeowner should be allowed to perform plumbing work on the owner's primary or secondary residence, accessory buildings, quarters and grounds used for non-commercial purposes. They also feel that in places of employment in commercial buildings, maintenance personnel should be allowed to perform repairs and replacements of fixtures and equipment, but any alterations, extensions, or new construction must be done by a licensed plumbing contractor. These statute changes more clearly define the scope of work in both instances.
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Proclaiming March 2018 as National Social Work Month and calling upon citizens in celebration and support of the social work profession.
This resolution proclaims the month of March, 2018, as Social Worker Recognition Month and calls upon all citizens to join with the National Association of Social Workers in celebration and support of the Social Work profession.
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Amends existing law to provide for a contractor's participation in an apprentice program registered with the United States Department of Labor.
TheStateofIdahorecognizestheneedtosupportprogramsdesignedtodevelopadequatenumbersofskilled workers in the construction industry. This proposal encourages contractors to support apprenticeship and training in their respective trades. The Final Report of the Governor's Workforce Development Task Force included the following principle: Registered apprenticeship is a proven, industry-driven workforce development model. The state should support businesses and industry sector groups in creating apprenticeship programs, accelerating adoption across industry. The Task Force recommends expanding apprenticeship opportunities throughout the State as well as increasing the number of apprentices. To encourage apprenticeships and develop a highly skilled workforce, it is critical to provide on-the-job-training. Current law requires that state construction contracts must be awarded to the lowest "responsible and responsive" bidder. When prequalification of bidders is deemed to be in the best interest of the State, bidders must establish that they are licensed public works contractors and meet certain standards. Including apprenticeship participation as a prequalification standard for public works contracts would further Idaho's goal of developing its workforce to increase the number of skilled tradesmen in the construction industry. The State of Idaho can promote workforce development by incentivizing apprenticeship participation on public works projects.
Amends existing law to revise the amount of special tax that may be levied by boards of county commissioners for certain ambulance service districts.
ThislegislationamendsIdahoCode,Section31-3908torevisetheamountoftaxthatmybeleviedbyBoards of County Commissioners for certain ambulance service districts.
Amends existing law to establish a certain fee and to revise provisions regarding the Prevention of Minors' Access to Tobacco Fund.
The intent of this legislation is to amend language related to the issuance of an annual tobacco permit fee from no charge to a $100 fee and to direct collections of such fees be remitted to the Prevention of Minors' Access to Tobacco fund.
Amends existing law to allow certain juvenile offenders to apply for the expungement of criminal records after three years of good behavior.
This legislation reduces from five years to three years the waiting period for a juvenile offender to petition the Court for expungement of his or her criminal records.
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Amends existing law to provide for personalized labels and customized private labels under certain conditions.
This legislation would allow wineries and vintners to use customized private labels on wines for hotels and restaurants that are produced by that winery or vintner, and personalized private labels on wines for consumers that are produced by that winery or vintner. Federal labeling standards shall be followed and the label approved by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau of the United States Department of the Treasury.
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Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding over-snow vehicles.
Current Idaho law does not require non-motorized travelers to pay a fee to travel upon and play on groomed snowmobile trails during the over-snow season. Groomed snowmobile trails are a significant county expense, funded solely by trail user fees. Recent recreation developments have led to increased non-motorized use of groomed snowmobile trails by fat tire bikes, snow sleds and cross-country skiers. The purpose of this bill is to require non-motorized users of groomed snowmobile trails to buy a trail sticker. The cost of the sticker will be the same as that paid by snowmobiles and motorized vehicles. Fees collected would be distributed in the same manner as motorized sticker fees. This bill also allows the department to begin offering for sale a 2-year sticker, similar to as is provided for highway vehicles. The bill addresses other technical corrections in Idaho's snowmobile statutes.
Amends existing law to provide that a taxing district wishing to disclaim the right to recover a forgone budget increase shall provide notice, hold a hearing and adopt a resolution, a copy of which shall go to the county clerk and the State Tax Commission.
Taxing districts, such as cities and counties, may elect to disclaim any or all of their forgone balance for the current year. This bill adds flexibility as to when the district may adopt such a resolution. It also requires that the resolution be filed with the county clerk and the state tax commission.
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Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding notification in the event of a donor's death.
Lawenforcement,firefighters,emergencymedicalserviceproviders,orcoronersshall,assoonasreasonably possible, notify local dispatch of the location where the deceased will be transported. They shall include the deceased's name and date of birth, if known. Local dispatch will communicate as soon as reasonably possible with the appropriate organ procurement organization.
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Repeals and amends existing law to establish provisions regarding sex education.
Repealing Sections 33-1608 through 33-1611, Idaho Code, adding a new section that aligns with the current Idaho Content Standards Health Education. This removes antiquated language to address, in broad terms, what the study of "sex education" means and who should be involved in planning and revising curriculum. This revision also addresses an excuse request for a student to not participate in the program.
Amends existing law to provide for the Motor Voter Act, to provide for registration of eligible electors at driver's licensing offices and to provide that the Division of Motor Vehicles shall forward registration applications to the office of the county clerk.
The legislation will provide for the automatic registration of eligible citizens to vote at the same time that they apply for or renew a driver's license or state issued identification, unless they opt out of being registered tovoteatthattime. Theactofvoting-beingabletoelectourleadersandsetourcourseasastateandanation - defines the United States at home and abroad. This legislation aims to facilitate the exercise of this basic right for thousands of eligible citizens who are unregistered or have outdated registrations due to relocation.
Ilana Rubel · HD-018A
Adds to existing law to provide certain requirements for employers regarding job applicants with a criminal conviction.
This legislation will reduce barriers to employment for individuals with criminal records. Additionally, it serves to increase opportunity and reduce recidivism through employment.
Amends existing law to provide for six-month registration.
This legislation allows operators of motorcycles the ability to purchase a six (6) month only motorcycle registration for half of the cost of an annual registration as an alternative to purchasing the full year registration. Half of the cost of the annual fee would be nine dollars and fifty cents ($9.50). The purchaser must specify at the time of purchase their preference.
Heather Scott · HD-002A
Adds to existing law to enact the Guided Education Management Act.
The purpose of this legislation is to establish the GEM (Guided Education Management) Scholarship Act. The legislation creates GEM Scholarships to pay for qualified education expenses for (i) students from low-income families, (ii) students with special needs, (iii) students who are at-risk, or (iv) children of active duty military. Criteria for services considered qualified education expenses and entities providing those services is identified in the legislation. The legislation also sets forth criteria for a Scholarship Granting Organization to oversee funds received for GEM Scholarships and administering GEM Scholarships with individual students.
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Amends existing law to revise a definition and to provide for the payment of costs for certain medical examinations.
This proposal provides local discretion for making decisions regarding the type of medical screenings required for full-time, part-time or volunteer firefighters. Current legislation requires specific screening standards. Allowing more flexibility in medical screening choices is intended to decrease costs, improve access to more medical screening options, and reduce unnecessary barriers to entry, especially for rural fire districts. There is no requirement that any district change its medical screening choices.